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Obtaining Optimal Epilepsy Care in Alberta, Canada
Many thanks to Jeremy Silver, host of the Politically Centered Podcast, to invite me to discuss optimal epilepsy care in Alberta, Canada. As I did my neurology residency and epilepsy fellowship in Montreal, Canada, at the Montreal Neurologic Institute, I have more familiarity with the Canadian Healthcare System than many of my neurologic colleagues here in the USA. We had an informative and thoughtful discussion that was hopefully helpful! Please tune in if you are interested

anwilner
Mar 311 min read


Managing seizure drugs through pregnancy and postpartum with Lilach Goldstein, MD
Many thanks to Dr. Lilach Goldstein for discussing her research on managing antiseizure drug levels during pregnancy and the postpartum period for this Medscape interview. Dr Goldstein is currently the head of the Epilepsy Unit at Tel Aviv Medical Center in Israel. She's here to discuss her recent presentation at the American Epilepsy Society, “ Dose Adjustment of the Anti-seizure Medications Levetiracetam and Lamotrigine During the Postpartum Period. Schedule Plan, Safety

anwilner
Mar 281 min read


Live Long and Well with Bobby Dubois, MD, PhD
Many thanks to Bobby Dubois, MD, PhD, for joining me as a guest on The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner podcast! We live in an era where "miracle" cures are sold daily by celebrities and self-proclaimed experts. These treatments often prey on desperation and limited health literacy, resulting in physical harm and financial loss. Dr. Bobby shares his insights on how to identify what actually works in healthcare and how he maintains his own peak performance as a ranch ow

anwilner
Mar 281 min read


Are seizure diaries reliable?
Please watch this 13 minute interview with Ithay Biton , who presented research at the recent American Epilepsy Society to answer this question! https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/you-had-seizure-no-i-didnt-accuracy-patient-seizure-diaries-2026a10006lb #epilepsy #seizure #compliance

anwilner
Mar 91 min read


Dr. Wilner talks about locum tenens
Many thanks to Drs. Santoshi Billakota and Shahla Moghbel for hosting me on Be Empowered: The Podcast! I always enjoy an opportunity to speak about locum tenens. My experiences inspired my book, "The Locum Life: A Physician's Guide to Locum Tenens," which I always recommend to physicians considering trying locum tenens. Whether it's to earn extra money, try out a different practice style, or travel across the USA (or even abroad), locum tenens offers a potential solution to

anwilner
Mar 81 min read


Matt Harmody, Md, climbing mountains and saving lives
Many thanks to Matt Harmody, MD, for appearing as a guest on “The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner.” Matt is a retired ER physician and a living kidney donor. At age 56, he donated a kidney to a perfect stranger. Matt is also a mountaineer who joined a record-setting team to summit the highest peak in every US state, all to raise awareness for living kidney donation. During this 50-minute discussion, Matt explains why he donated a kidney, the rigorous screening process

anwilner
Mar 71 min read


locum Tenens on "Sustainable Clinical Medicine"
Many thanks to Dr. Sarah Smith for the opportunity to speak about locum tenens on her podcast Sustainable Clinical Medicine . I told stories about my locums experiences (dating back to 1982!) and provided actionable recommendations for those starting out with locums. Of course, my book, "The Locum Life: A Physician's Guide to Locum Tenens," is a good place to start! While there are many worthwhile nonclinical jobs out there, "burned out" doctors should consider locum tenens

anwilner
Feb 231 min read
Disparities in Multiple Sclerosis Care worldwide
Many thanks to Dr. Victor Rivera for discussing disparities in care for patients with multiple sclerosis worldwide. Dr. Rivera is Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, and the Founder and Inaugural Director of the Maxine Messenger MS Comprehensive Care Center. Therapeutic options for multiple sclerosis have dramatically expanded-yet availability and cost are quite uneven worldwide. You can listen to our 10-minute discussion he

anwilner
Feb 191 min read


The Power of a Single Cookie!
Many thanks to Stanley Bronstein, CPA , attorney, author of the 7 “Ways of Excellence” books, and leader of the Million Pound Weight Loss Challenge . One day, when Stanley was about to turn 50 years old, he realized that he was going to die, very soon, if he didn’t do something about the 350 pounds he was carrying around. He lost 100 pounds with Weight Watchers, but put most of it back on. Finally, he discovered a more permanent solution. Today, Stanley is a trim 145, and he

anwilner
Feb 181 min read
Music and the Brain
Many thanks to Phillip Pearl, MD, pediatric neurologist and professional musician, for joining me on this video Medscape interview. Dr. Pearl is an authority on music and the brain and shared his thoughts on how the brain responds to music, its effect on the brain, and its role as music therapy in a variety of neurologic conditions. Please join us for this 15-minute interview: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/music-and-brain-musician-neurologists-perspective-2026a10002m0

anwilner
Feb 41 min read


Healing Multiple Myeloma
Many thanks to Ray Hartgen, a cancer survivor and author of several books, including "Me, Myself, and My Multiple Myeloma," for joining me on "The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner." Ray shared his journey with multiple myeloma that included a stem cell transplant six years ago. He continues to receive regular treatments to keep the cancer at bay. His personal experience has led him to become an active cancer patient advocate. During our 30-minute discussion , Ray empha

anwilner
Feb 11 min read


Fitness Over 50
Many thanks to Michael Guadagnino, DC, for speaking with me on Episode #155 of The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner. Michael has a new book, "Fitness: 50, 60, 70, and Beyond," based on his experience as a chiropractor for 33 years treating many injuries that were caused, more or less, by a lack of fitness! Click here to watch or listen on your favorite podcast player! #fitness #chiropractor #elderly #cardiovascular

anwilner
Jan 181 min read


Restoring vision naturally- an interview with Edward Kondrot, MD, DHt
Many thanks to Edward Kondrot, MD, an ophthalmologic surgeon who also practices homeopathic medicine. He completed a traditional ophthalmologic residency in 1981 and is also a Doctor of Homeopathic Therapeutics (DHt). Dr. Kondrot also regularly performs medical mission work in Africa. He’s also worked locum tenens performing ophthalmologic disability evaluations in veterans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJwIBi4I5FE Dr. Kondrot is the author of five best-selling books on

anwilner
Jan 81 min read


Locum Tenens Doc Turns Tax Specialist
Many thanks to Logan Foltz, MD, EA, for joining me on today’s episode of “The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner. ” Logan has a unique professional story. After completing his psychiatry residency, he initially worked as an inpatient psychiatrist. Logan discovered how few tools psychiatrists possessed to turn their patients’ lives around. He also found his work schedule as physically grueling as it was emotionally unrewarding. He concluded he needed better work/life balan

anwilner
Dec 24, 20251 min read


"Whispers of the Mind"
Many thanks to neurologist and author Dr. Carolyn Larkin Taylor for joining me as a guest on “The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner.” Dr. Taylor recently published “Whispers of the Mind,” a collection of essays that describes the extreme challenges faced by her patients, poignant moments, and, finally, a concession to the fragility of life —a concession that, frankly, is difficult for many physicians. Dr. Taylor was in the first class of women who graduated from Notre Da

anwilner
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Teleradiology: RightReadMD-an interview with founder Matthew Hermann, MD
Many thanks to Matthew Hermann, MD, a radiologist and Founder of the teleradiology company Right Read MD. Dr. Hermann began his career as a conventional radiologist but soon saw the virtues and opportunities of off-site practice. Now based in Puerto Rico, he leads a team of physicians who provide high-quality radiology care to multiple hospitals. Matt loves Puerto Rico’s culture and doesn’t object to their low tax rates either! During our 40-minute discussion, Dr. Hermann di

anwilner
Nov 23, 20252 min read


Medical billing with pathologist heather signorelli, Do
Many thanks to Heather Signorelli, DO, for joining me on The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner. Heather is a practicing pathologist and owner of a medical billing company. Heather’s interest in medicine and business began at an early age. Her father was an obstetrician for his entire career, and her mother was involved in hospital management.At medical conferences, physicians who struggled with running their offices frequently asked Heather for help and inspired her to

anwilner
Nov 23, 20251 min read


Does EBV cause MS?
Many thanks to Dr. Oivind Torkildsen (Univ. of Bergen) for joining me on this Medscape 10-minute video interview. Dr. Torkildsen discussed the progress over the last 40 years in linking the Epstein Barr Virus to the development of multiple sclerosis. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/how-does-ebv-cause-multiple-sclerosis-hit-and-run-or-chronic-2025a1000uq8?&icd=login_success_email_match_fpf AI Summary of Medscape Interview: 1. EBV as a Necessary Factor - Virtually all MS

anwilner
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Saving your 401K
Many thanks to Paul Sippil, CPA, for joining me on today’s episode of “The Art of Medicine with Dr. Andrew Wilner!” Paul is a CPA with a special interest in retirement planning for physicians. He started his career as an auditor, but soon moved on to work in financial services, which he found more satisfying. Although he trained as a CPA, today Paul’s practice focuses on optimizing 401(k) and pension plans for medical practices rather than on personal tax questions. Paul iden

anwilner
Nov 2, 20251 min read
Build a Life you love-and still be an exceptional physician
Heather Signorelli, DO, interviews Dr. Andrew Wilner about his passions for medicine, scuba diving, and family, and how he's used locum tenens and other strategies to achieve work/life balance. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/127-build-a-life-you-love-and-still-be/id1624182351?i=1000733853184 #locumtenens #locums #worklifebalance #scuba #Philippines

anwilner
Oct 31, 20251 min read
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